The sailing research vessel the R/V Martin Sheen has arrived in Costa Rica, where Sea Shepherd has begun an ocean research and public awareness campaign. On August 8th, they held an ”open house” on the Martin Sheen at Marina Pez Vela. The mission of the vessel is: Defend, Conserve, Protect our ocean.

R/V Martin Sheen Sea Shephard

This was a unique opportunity to meet the Sea Shepherd volunteer crew members and understand what life is like out at sea. The crew was friendly and attentive, and visitors took great pictures and listened to amazing stories. Live music started at 4pm with Nativo, a band from San Jose. Also, local artist Carlos Hiller showed his live art paintings.

If you would like to help the R/V Martin Sheen with donations, their wish list is below. It is a vegan ship and all products should be animal-free and environmentally-friendly. This means no dairy, no eggs, no meat, no fish, no cheese, and no butter.

Wish List

Multi-purpose, environmentally friendly cleaning solutions

100 L heavy-duty garbage bags

AAA rechargeable batteries

Baking soda -used for cleaning

Vinegar – large size, used for cleaning

Blue masking tape (Marine Store)

Paint brushes -various sizes

Spark plugs NGK BR7

Teak Oil

Toilet paper (only recycled)

Sponges

Bungee cords, various lengths

Toothpaste

Sun screen

Advil pain reliever (Ibuprofen)

Pens

Flour – white and whole wheat

Rice, canned whole beans, tofu, egg-free pasta

Sugar & salt

Gatorade drink powder

Set of metric allen keys

Square floor fans (square only)

Ziplock bags &aluminum foil

Tupperware/plastic containers

Measuring cups& spoons

Salad Spinner

You can leave donations at the front desk of Marina Pez Vela. The R/V Martin Sheen is coming back to Quepos at the end of August, after a mission on Coco island.